title: Perfume dermatitis in children sensitized to balsam of Peru in topical agents.
abstract: Hjorth in his classic monogram "Eczematous Allergy to Balsams" emphasized that sensitization to balsam of Peru is most important since secondary allergens such as "fragrances" are ubiquitous. The application of a topical medication containing balsam of Peru to the skin of an infant, particularly in the occluded diaper area, seems a great way to sensitize the infant not only to balsam of Peru but also to our fragrant environment.
authors.affiliation: New York University Medical School.
authors.forename: A A
authors.initials: AA
authors.lastname: Fisher
mesh_terms: D000287:Administration, Topical; D001453:Balsams / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002648:Child; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D010328:Patch Tests; D010476:Perfume / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D001453:Balsams; D010476:Perfume; C025080:Peruvian balsam